incidentally, I notice you don't mention The Aviator? Any particular reason?

Yeah, for the simple reason that I didn't get the opportunity to watch it in its entirety. It seems recently that anytime my hubby or I have time to watch a movie we just aren't in the mood for that kind of genre, my admiration for Leo aside. I actually also liked his performance in The Quick and the Dead with Sharon Stone and Gene Hackman. Yeah, the man can act. Also he is an avid environmentalist which scores huge points in my book. Aaaaaand, last but definitely not least, he is just my type physically (kind of like Kalan) so it's win-win for me!! :D

But overall I agree with you that it is kind of funny that he is receiving that award so young--lets hope it doesn't forshadow the pinnacle (and subsequent slide) of his career. *knocks on wood*